CRISP Interview Questions
& Process

It started with a questionnaire where you had to categorize social media posts according to given definitions. If that went well, the next step was a technical test. This test included several projects, a unit test example, and a written explanation of a code snippet they provided. You get 2.5 hours for this technical test. Given the time, I thought they'd want code that followed single responsibility principles and was easy to maintain and expand. But, they're really just looking for simple, short answers, so don't spend more than an hour total on it. It's a bit confusing how this helps them assess candidates since you could easily find the simple solutions online by googling the tests. Also, there was no chance to discuss the test or explain your approach.

Submitted CV online, then took an online test about matching content pieces to threat types. Followed by an online technical test focusing on logical/numerical reasoning. After that, a phone interview covered general CV and experience questions. The final stage was an F2F/video interview where I had to run a requirements gathering workshop on a pre-provided topic, then some general technical and CV questions. It was a good process overall, the recruitment team and interviewers were really friendly and made me feel at ease. They seemed genuinely interested in assessing my fit for the company and their needs, not trying to trick me.

I first applied by sending my CV via email and got a quick response asking me to do an online test where I had to sort internet content. Then, on very short notice, I had to do an analytical task about choosing a social media threat for a brand, which took my whole weekend. After that, I had a face-to-face interview which was pretty chill. Then, I was given another timed research task, to write a report about a past brand crisis, again with short notice. This was followed by an assessment centre with group tasks and more interviews. After that, I had to give anonymous feedback on the event, and the next day I was told I didn't get the job. They said I didn't show leadership potential, even though I applied for a lead role. In one group task, someone else immediately wanted to lead, so what was I supposed to do, argue? On the next task, I presented the findings. Then they said I missed something in the final assessment that I actually did mention, and when I questioned it, they brushed it off as an error. Finally, I got a response directly related to my anonymous feedback. It's disappointing to put in so much effort and not get the job, but receiving incorrect feedback after so many stages is really upsetting. I spent a whole weekend on an assignment where it turns out I was sent the wrong paperwork. The poor communication, bad feedback, and the whole 'anonymous' feedback situation have left me with a bad impression of the company.

The hiring process was very well organised and a recruiter always was available. The process includes some steps: 1. After applying Cv a job-seeker gets a case study - there are 20 pieces of different content and it is required to match them with certain type of digital threat (bullying, spam, etc). You need to answer correctly at least 18 out of 20 . 2. Then I had a call interview with a recruiter . It took about 20-30 minutes and included such questions: Why do you want to work in Crisp? What added value you can bring to the company? Could you share by experience where you had to make a decision? 3. 2 days later a recruiter sent me an email and suggested to move forward and make an assignment. It was a small research on a given topic, which was related with this position. It took me about 2 working days: find an interesting case, describe it, make a conclusion. 4. 2 weeks later they invited me to the interview with a hiring manager. Because of the Coronavirus lockdown the interview was remotely via Internet. There were 2 managers who were looking for a person for the certain project. They were really polite and professional, I had a pleasure to meet them and discuss the role. They asked how I see this position, what added value I can bring to the team, how I cope with stress and some behavioural questions about situations from my career experience. 5. Unfortunately, I wasn’t successful, but the company’ recruiter called me later and gave a really honest and helpful feedback. So, during the whole hiring process I felt respect. The company gave me a clear picture what the process is and on each stage I was informed by a recruiter.